Jeffrey Scott Brown
Harris Caddell & Shanks, PC • Decatur, AL
ProbateEmployment LawEstate PlanningFinancial InstitutionsInsurance
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Contact
Email
Phone
(256) 556-9791
Address
214 Johnston Street, Decatur, AL, 35602, US
Professional
About
Jeff provides extensive expertise to small and large business clients regarding daily operations and tax-saving strategies. His corporate practice also includes business formation and financing issues, contract review and assistance, mergers and acquisitions and employment law matters. He also skillfully applies his tax knowledge to his estate planning practice area. In addition to drafting documents necessary to implement his client’s estate plans, including wills and trusts, Jeff counsels regarding charitable giving and special needs planning. Similarly, Jeff provides valuable counsel to personal representatives and trustees during the estate administration process. Jeff has extensive experience in the coordination of real estate transactions, from the simple preparation of a deed or mortgage to the complexity of a large-scale commercial real estate closing. Jeff is an agent for First American Title Insurance Company and enjoys a good working relationship with area real estate agents and financial institutions. Jeff resides with his wife (Melissa) in Decatur and they have two children. They are members of Central United Methodist Church.
About Probate Law
Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.
Credentials
Education
1995 New York University LL.M - Master of Laws 1993 University of Alabama School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1990 University of Alabama BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Albert P Brewer Award for Outstanding Public Service, Morgan County Bar Association N/A AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Associations
Alabama State Bar Member American Bar Association, Taxation Section Member Morgan County Bar Association Member
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Updated: Jun 06, 2026